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Agency Relations Coordinator

Food Lifeline · Food, Agriculture & Nutrition · $156.5M budget · 138 staff · Since 1991

Why Food Lifeline

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Distributes healthy food to hundreds of local pantries and shelters while advocating for long-term solutions to end hunger in Western Washington.

  • Feeding people today: Food Lifeline procures, processes, and distributes Food to agency and network partners. As the tefap lead agency for king county, Food Lifeline works with wsda to feed western washington. Resources are donated by local governments, corporations, organizations…$155.4M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$121K–$247K
11 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$156.8M
spent in FY2023
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
138
employees
17,000 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
97%
of spending
Looks good: 97% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−4%
of revenue, FY2023
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
1 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Fine: 1.4 months of spending in cash; 1 to 3.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2023
latest Form 990
Fine: the latest return is for FY2023, 3 tax years back; within 3 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1980
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Salary

Range: $27.50 to $31.00 hourly Work Location: Hybrid – Seattle, Washington This is a hybrid non-exempt position. Candidates must be able to meet the work-location and onsite requirements of Food Lifeline as required for this role. Food Lifeline is looking for an Agency Relations Coordinator to build strong relationships with our member agency network and provide responsive, hands-on support to the food banks, pantries, meal programs, shelters, and other community partners that help get food to people across Western Washington. This is a highly collaborative, relationship-focused role responsible for serving as a liaison between Food Lifeline and assigned member agencies.

The Agency Relations Coordinator provides customer service, technical assistance, training, and operational support; helps agencies navigate Food Lifeline requirements and processes; conducts on-site monitoring visits; and works across departments to resolve issues and remove barriers to effective food distribution. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, building trust, solving problems, and helping partners succeed. The ideal candidate can communicate clearly, navigate challenging conversations with professionalism and empathy, manage multiple priorities, and work collaboratively across teams.

Experience in customer service, account management, project coordination, nonprofit or community-based programs, food access, or another relationship-centered environment is important. Experience with food safety, compliance monitoring, data management systems, and government food distribution programs is a plus.

Compensation

The full salary range for this position is $27.50 to $31.00 hourly . Starting salary will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. Most new hires should expect to start in the middle portion of the range, with opportunities for compensation growth as they gain experience and proficiency in the role. Why Food Lifeline? When you join Food Lifeline, you’re joining a team committed to collaboration, compassion, and our shared mission of ending hunger in Western Washington.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and growth, including: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life and disability insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal days Organization-wide time off from December 24 through January 1 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development and learning opportunities A collaborative, mission-driven workplace where your work directly helps nourish communities across Western Washington Ready to Join Food Lifeline? Please review the full job description and apply electronically.

Complete applications should include a resume and cover letter. This position will remain open until filled. Food Lifeline is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive…

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About Food Lifeline

From its Form 990